October 2014 A Newsletter of the Escondido United Reformed Church. Share &Care

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1 October 2014 A Newsletter of the Escondido United Reformed Church Share &Care

2 Youth of Yesterday will meet for lunch at Meadowbrook Village on Wednesday, October 8. Coffee at 10:30 with lunch to follow. Cost for the lunch is $7. Dr. Godfrey will lead us in a devotional. The kindergarteners from Calvin Christian school will provide special music for us. If you plan to attend please sign the sheet on the counter in the foyer. Calvin Christian High School presents its fall play, Breath of Spring by Peter Coke, a British comedy in three acts. The story: Dame Beatrice is trying to find ways to fund her charities for the poor. She and her boarders are surprised to discover that they are good at planning and carrying out secret schemes. They gain new purpose and excitement in life by using their skills to form a gang that steals fur coats from the rich and gives the proceeds to the poor. Performance dates are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 16 18, Curtain time is 7:30 pm. Tickets are only $5 for adults and $3 for students. Seating is reserved. To order tickets, go to the school website, Find the paragraph about the fall play under Announcements and this will take you to the online order form. Call the school at if you have any questions. Partner Relations Assistant - Job Opportunity Talking Bibles International is an audio Scripture placement ministry based in Escondido, CA. We are looking for a Partner Relations Assistant. This position will assist the Partner Relations Administrator with general office duties including direct communications with donors and general office duties. This is a part time position requiring hours per week at the Talking Bibles Office. The position requires excellent skills in MS Office including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Attention to detail is a must. Since Talking Bibles is a ministry of outreach, we require a professing, Bible believing Christian with a heart for missions. If you are interested in applying for this position, please your cover letter and resume to info@talkingbibles.org. To learn more about the ministry of Talking Bibles, please go to Talking Bibles International 419 East Grand Ave, Escondido, CA * (760) *(855) 55-BIBLE *

3 Profession of Faith s - One from a Covenant Home and the other from Abounding Grace Radio I am Dale, a sophomore in high school. I professed my faith because I love the Lord. From a young age I have learned the teachings of this church and have been blessed. Growing up in the church my whole life has been a tremendous encouragement and lead me to this point in my life. I believe everything that we teach in this church and I will continue to live my life for the Lord as I worship here. I thoroughly enjoy the fellowship of believers and telling others the gospel. I have enjoyed the opportunity to be able to share my faith at Palomar College, where I am taking a class. When I am not doing school work I enjoy working on computers. During my grade school years, I appreciated the Cadet program and the men who served while I was in it. Now I enjoy serving the church as a Cadet counselor and an usher. As an usher, I am continually blessed with being able to meet more members of our congregation.....dale For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. Romans 1:16 Hi, My name is Greg. I'm originally from Pittsburg, PA, but have been living in sunny San Diego for 12 years now. I was attending a Franciscan type fellowship in Pittsburg that had a branch group in Poway CA. I was given the opportunity to help in the building of some of the church facilities in Poway and I jumped at the possibility of being in the warmer climate. I have not regretted that decision. Shortly after moving to CA I married my wife Gail who I had known through fellowship for quite some time. After finishing up the church project, I continued working in construction and became a licensed general contractor. I was heavily involved in the Franciscan community for over 20 years and was ordained as a minister. But several years ago I began to listen to teachings by R. C. Sproul, John McArthur and Charles Stanley, to name a few and this led me to question some of the doctrine I was involved with. I stopped participating in the liturgies that I was trained in and started to search for a church with a strong biblical framework. I found EURC through Abounding Grace Radio, listening to Rev. Chris Gordon. After seeing that the geographical location of the church was within reason, I began to attend. The preaching of the pure Word of God at EURC has had a life changing impact on my life and I'm hoping to become a contributor to the building up of the saints now that I am beginning to stand on the firm foundation of the true Word of God..Greg May those who confessed your name, never cease to wonder at what you have done for them. Help them to continue firmly in the faith, to bear witness to your love and to let the Holy Spirit shape their lives. May we, with all your children, live together in the joy and power of your Holy Spirit. AMEN!

4 Reformation Day Celebration! When? Friday, October 31 What time? 6:00 pm What is it? A time of food, fun, and fellowship for everyone! Potluck Dinner Reformation Message Games and Candy for the Kids Dessert Wonderful Christian Fellowship! What do I do? Please sign up at the Information Counter so we know how many people to plan on. Families, please sign up to bring two dishes: one hot dish, as well as a side dish or dessert. Singles, please sign up to bring one dish: a hot dish, side dish, or dessert. Please no peanut products in ANY of the food! What if I can t make it to dinner? Show up later for the message and dessert! How can I help? The Fellowship Committee is looking for volunteers to help with set up and clean up. If you are willing to help, please sign up at the Information Counter. Questions or comments? Contact Steve Spoelstra or Louisa Hicks Come out and enjoy an evening of fellowship with friends and family at this Reformation Day Celebration!

5 19th Annual Crusader Golf Classic New Location: Twin Oaks Golf Course October 11, 2014 Box lunch provided by Jersey Mikes! Dinner will be Baja Buffet Including: Carne Asada, Achiote Chicken, spanish rice, beans, tortillas, homemade salsa bar, guacamole, chips, churros with traditional chocolate sauce. Don t forget to register those that are coming just for dinner. Details on the back! All proceeds benefit Calvin Christian High School Athletic programs. Registration Fee is $ Early Bird Registration Fee $110 (if registered and paid by Sept. 30) Range opens at 11:00 12:00 Check In 1:00 Shot Gun start Format: Four Person Scramble Registration Fee Includes: Green Fees, Cart, Range balls, Dinner, discounted golf for future rounds, valet bag drop and SWAG bags with lots of extras and Raffle Entry! Hole in One Contest

6 Dinner Sponsor(s) $2000 (can be split/shared) Recognition in the evening program Signage at each dinner table Recognition on all flyers and registration forms and school website (Encourage our families to utilize your services) Dinner reservation for four Contest Sponsor - $750 Exclusive signage at contest hole (allows your representative to sit at the tee to promote your service and hand out any marketing materials) Recognition in the evening program for special contest Recognition in Calvin s winter athlete events and school website (Encourage our families to utilize your services) Hole Sponsor - $500 Signage at one of the 13 holes (allows your representative to sit at the tee to promote your service and hand out any marketing materials) Recognition in evening program Recognition in Calvin s winter athlete events and school website (Encourage our families to utilize your services) Please call (760) ask for Darla or with any questions regarding sponsorship information. Other sponsorships might be available. to: darlalusky@calvinchristianescondido.org SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Company: Address: Contact Name: Address: Which Sponsorship would you like to participate in? GOLFERS (Singles Welcome) Name Phone Name Phone Name Phone Name Phone YOU MAY SIGN UP FOR DINNER RESERVATIONS ONLY (Cost will be $30 per plate) Name Phone How many for Dinner Please return completed form and check to: Calvin Christian High School, 2000 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA Questions? Contact Darla Lusky at (760) darlalusky@calvinchristianescondido.org Fed. Tax ID #

7 Deacon Service Project Needs you! The Deacons are asking the congregation to participate in a service project for Alternatives Womens Center during the month of October. They will be collecting donated new items that go into layettes for the moms. Please consider what you could donate and place it in the collection box on the stage in the Social Hall. Alternatives Womens Center exists to serve women in crisis pregnancies. It s mission is to provide a medical environment that protects the life of the preborn by giving guidance and alternatives to women who are considering abortion. Their services include: pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, counseling, referrals, child-related classes and much more. Check out their website to learn more. All of these services are free. In addition, AWC seeks to present the claims of Jesus Christ to all who come to the center. Layette items needed: Bottles Pacifiers Baby washcloths & towels Diapers sz. 2-6 Baby wipes Receiving blankets Baby wash and lotion Onesies for boys & girls (0-12 months) Inexpensive clothes (0 12 months) Small infant toys There is also a need at the center for formula right now especially Enfamil Premium Infant Powder (yellow label). If you wish to donate used items, please contact AWC (760) to see what they can & cannot accept at this time. Thank you for generously supporting AWC in its ministry to women & families in need.

8 OFFERING SCHEDULE DATE MORNING SERVICES EVENING SERVICE October 5 General Fund/CCS Tuition Aid Fund Oceanside United Reformed Church October 12 General Fund/Building Fund Tepeyac High School October 19 General Fund/Benevolent Fund Homes for Mexico October 26 General Fund/CCS Tuition Aid Fund Reformed Mission Services The General Fund offering not only support the ongoing expenses of our local congregation, but also other ministries such as: CLIR-Rev. Bill Green, NKST Sponsorship Program, and OURC (Oceanside). The deacons ask that everyone support the General Fund with 5% of their income and other causes with an additional 5% of their income. DESCRIPTIONS OF OFFERINGS CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS TUITION AID This offering is used for tuition assistance for families from our church who are unable to pay full tuition at Calvin Christian Schools. The Deacons think that it is necessary to maintain at least two tuition aid offerings per month. Keep in mind that our commitment for tuition aid for the school year is $58, BUILDING FUND is used to maintain the facilities and for any new building projects or improvements on the church properties. BENEVOLENT FUND This fund is administered by the deacons to those with financial needs in our congregation and in our community. HOMES FOR MEXICO - Homes for Mexico is a fund established for donations designated specifically for mission work in Baja California, Mexico. The funds are used by the church to buy materials in Mexico that are connected to the various mission trips and work projects we are involved in. These trips include house building in Vicente Guerrero, widows and pastors homes in Tijuana, and group homes for an orphanage in Uruapan. REFORMED MISSION SERVICES (RMS) was recently formed by a steering committee of men from the Reformed persuasion (United Reformed Churches of North America) who have a passion to start an organization which can encourage believers to develop a love for the lost and so respond to the Great Commission of Jesus Christ (Matthew 29:19-20) to Go, make disciples,,,, and teach all people both near and in distant lands. As the mission states, RMS is committed to the spiritual growth of the covenant community of believers through life transforming, God-centered mission opportunities. The vision of RMS describes the methodology as faithfully responding to God s leading in the spreading of the Gospel, coming alongside our missionaries and church planters, and encouraging our covenant community of believers with a missions zeal- all to the glory and honor of God. TEPEYAC CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL was founded in 1993 with the purpose of providing a Reformed, Christ centered education in Tepeyac, Costa Rica. There is a need to finish the high school construction project.